Assistant Director for Undergraduate Enrichment

Temple University•Philadelphia, PA

9d•$55,000 - $65,189•Hybrid

About The Position

Temple University's Vice Provost Undergraduate Education is searching for an Assistant Director for Undergraduate Enrichment! This position reports to and supports the Associate Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education. The incumbent administers the day-to-day activities of undergraduate research, scholarship, academic enrichment, and experiential learning programs and initiatives within the Office of the Provost. This role manages administrative procedures for internal competitions and awards, and related events, presentations, workshops, and activities. The position provides initial student advising support for early research experiences, faculty mentor identification, and other academic engagement and experiential learning opportunities. It is responsible for promoting programs and initiatives to support and expand undergraduate research and creative scholarship across campus, including designing and delivering information sessions and producing print and web materials. The role manages applications and database systems, coordinates application processes, evaluates and uses technology to improve efficiency and user experience, tracks program data, facilitates assessment, and disburses funding to student awardees. This position will work collaboratively within the Undergraduate Education portfolio, particularly with the Sullivan Honors College, Career Center, Fellowships Advising, and Pre-Professional Health Advising, and across Temple’s campus to support and promote experiential learning and student success in alignment with Temple’s strategic plan. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a research related field (social or behavioral science, natural science, humanities).
At least two years of directly related experience.
Demonstrated experience presenting to both small and large groups.
Experience conducting scholarly research and an understanding of the value of experiential education.
Demonstrated familiarity with project management and implementation.
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, along with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of administrators, faculty, and students.
General understanding of grants, budgets, and finance.
Proven ability with event planning and promotion.
Commitment to broadening participation in experiential learning and high-impact practices, particularly among students underrepresented in enrichment programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and to work toward competing deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.
Demonstrated skills to run reports using databases, application, and student information systems.
Ability to work occasional nights and/or weekends if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Terminal degree/candidacy.

Responsibilities

Administer the day-to-day activities of undergraduate research, scholarship, academic enrichment, and experiential learning programs and initiatives.
Manage administrative procedures for internal competitions and awards, and related events, presentations, workshops, and activities.
Provide critical initial student advising support for early research experiences, faculty mentor identification, and other academic engagement and experiential learning opportunities.
Promote programs and initiatives to support and expand undergraduate research and creative scholarship across campus.
Design and deliver information sessions and produce print and web materials.
Manage applications and database systems and coordinate application processes.
Evaluate and use technology to improve efficiency and user experience.
Track program data and facilitate assessment.
Disburse funding to student awardees.
Work collaboratively within the Undergraduate Education portfolio and across Temple’s campus to support and promote experiential learning and student success.